The debate has been circulating for some time now. Trail LeClerc, owner of Systems by Trail, appeared before council on May 25th and expressed his concerns on the City renting out equipment. He said he is losing business because his customers are going to the City for the same equipment he rents out.

At Monday night’s meeting, Councilor Lori Ackerman suggested to delay the decision until more information is available.

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